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Latest video from
#Kashmir
where the Indian state has made constitutional changes and fully integrated J&K. The common people in the far flung villages seem to be happy with the move.
We need to give
#peace
a chance in the region now.
Congratulations to the voters in
#India
on your successful elections. Congratulations
@narendramodi
for your second term. Looking forward to your upcoming policies.
Dear people of
#Pakistan
, I really admire your culture, attire & family values. However, Im sick of your military & elected PM
@ImranKhanPTI
making comments regarding
#Afg
govt. Any recommendations on how we can work together so they focus more on Pakistan & less on
#Afghanistan
?
Thrilled that my phenomenal mother,
@ZakiaWardak
- a lady with demonstrated credentials and a strong track record in working for the people and bridging the gap between policymakers has registered as a member of parliament candidate in the upcoming elections!
#LoveHer
#MyVote
Welcome back
@palkisu
and
#HappyRepublicDay
Wish
#Vantage
all the best and may it continue to respond to the perverse media narratives that will be increasingly directed our way
The 3 documentaries are great suggestions to
@BBCNews
to produce
Life dealt her difficult cards from losing father, sister, husband, brother & best friend to financial challenges to paralysis — but she never displays her pain/sorrows. She returns w/strength. She smiles, helps, comforts, prays & loves. The perfect friend & best mama
#mothersday
My first time preparing Haft (Seven) Mehwa (Fruit) for Nowruz. Its the greatest tradition to be with family, tell stories and laugh. One of my new favorite formed memories w/my momma dearest
@ZakiaWardak
Hint: Prepare two nights before for sweetness 🤫
#Afghanistan
#Traditions
❤️
India, with my family background in military, my heart was relieved when Indian Air Force pilot Abhinandan Varthaman safely returned to his soil. All who serve their nation, are heroes and models for the nation. Congratulations.
@vkumar1969
@SenseandC_sense
@narendramodi
There is something magical about
@ZakiaWardak
- her dedication, loyalty, care and kindness is unique.
My bestfriend, my mentor and most grateful for being my mother.
Happy Mother’s Day, Morika. I love you.
#Mom
#MothersDay
#Momma
India, you have always supported
#Afghanistan
at times of pain, we can understand the sadness of losss and stand by you. Offering condolences to all Indians. Yes, India will emerge stronger.
#PulwamaAttack
#Prayers
🙏🏻🤲🏻 🇦🇫🇮🇳
Well said. One of the few countries taking actions unlike other nations holding fancy dialogues that hold no conclusions or support for the people on the ground.
India has made budgetary allocations for Afghanistan (ruled by the Taliban) and Myanmar (ruled by the military junta), along with aid for other South Asian neighbours. The message is clear - India's commitment is to the people of these countries, not their regimes.
I expect all female activists and CSOs esp
#Afghan
#Women
Network to take this seriously & demand some changes in
@moiafghanistan
- if you can make noise about the fear of Taliban returning, why cant you all make noise about the increase in criminal activities, esp towards women?
Mina Mangal, a former
#journalist
and an adviser to the parliament was killed in an attack by unknown armed men in
#Kabul
on Saturday, said Nusrat Rahimi a spokesman for the Ministry of Interior Affairs.
#SouthAsiaDiary
on
@WIONews
episode 7 on
#India
is my favorite this week.
Twitters loved the Pune police and so do I. I think South Asian countries could learn a few things about their enthusiasm, creativity and communication skills.
Really impressed with India’s
#election
commission! Hope
#Afghanistan
’s election commission learns how to go an extra mile to make sure
#Afghan
citizens vote rather than for an extra dollar $ in their pocket.
Happy Voting,
#India
!
Herat is the third-largest city of Afghanistan. Visited Qala Iktyaruddin dates back to 330 BC, when Alexander the Great and his army arrived to what is now Afghanistan after the Battle of Gaugamela. Visited The Jama Masjid of Herat also known as the Masjid-i Jāmi'.
Samir is the only person I know who can provide remarkably sophisticated criticism and receive applause for his unwavering honesty.
#Change
#evolution
#reform
#UNSC
#UNSCReform
My final remarks at the event "Shifting the Balance: Perspectives on
@UN
Security Council Reform from Global South Think Tanks," organized by
@IndiaUNNewYork
and Amb
@ruchirakamboj
that we at
@orfonline
were delighted to support and partner
A woman is the full circle. Within her is the power to create, nurture & transform. My mother creates, nurtures & continues to transform
#Afghanistan
even when she is hurting.
@ZakiaWardak
continues to serve the nation in the name of her late father, late husband & late brother
For the last few days, I’ve witnessed a social media war among
#Afghan
women. This appears to have started with my English interview on
@WIONews
but it seems few of the people who commented actually listened to my remarks.
#Afghanistan
Breaking News: President Biden is moving to split $7 billion in frozen Afghan central bank assets between 9/11 victims’ families and humanitarian aid in Afghanistan. The highly unusual set of moves is expected to be announced on Friday.
Very pleased to intereact with many interested in Afghanistan’s current situation. More so than ever - we should continue to project the real image. Honored to be along side Gen. Petraeus, Ahmed Rashid, & Olga Oliker. Wonderful moderator
@StevenErlanger
Thank you
@ICDS_Tallinn
Dear
@ImranKhanPTI
, please officially communicate your suggestion to the government of
#Afghanistan
not the people in
#Jamrud
of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. We appreciate direct communication efforts, but I would be even more grateful if you extended a gesture for confidence building...
War took a heavy toll on her family. Now she is fighting … for Afghan democracy.
@ZakiaWardak
is part of a wave of young politicians prepared to fight powerful vested interests at the ballot box – despite all the dangers.
@_EmmaGH
My heart bleeds. You were so kind to me, welcomed my mother into Qandahar. You made us feel safe, now you are gone. Today is a dark day, black day. We will miss you General Razeq.
#Afghanistan
lost a hero. The region lost a hero. I solute you.
He was my best friend. He taught me the best lessons of life in the most adventurous way. My father is still my hero and dearly missed, every day.
#HappyFathersDay
#Luckytohavehim
Women in
#Afghanistan
are fighting the good fight. Ask the right questions.
Why are the men not physically protesting for women in
#Afg
?
Are the
#AfghanWomen
opposing the mentality of the current structure, majority of the men or a long-held mentality in Afg that benefits men?
Watched my mamma today. As she read her name on the preliminary list of parliamentary candidates, she quickly prayed & with tearful eyes held a conversation with my dad - scolding him for his absence. With a broken heart, she continues to love this country.
@ZakiaWardak
#myvote
Thought provoking gem moderated ‘The Nation & I’ and ‘FemTech: Bringing inclusion to markets,’ but more so a sensitive and responsible journalist rooting for a more educated and motivated society,
@BDUTT
.
‘Be there, show up, support others and be intelligent.’
#ourtechfutures
Most people never take the time to align every area of their life w/ the life they want. I was lucky to have dedicated a decade to
#Afghanistan
. Thank you
@FreshtaFarhang
for capturing those moments. Honored to be featured in
@Reporterlyaf
Female MPs today:
- Mina Mangal was murdered;
- Kabul University student was beaten for not wearing a scarf;
- College female student murdered during a mug on her way home.
None of you ‘elected’ MPs stood infront of
@moiafghanistan
for change, but holding speaker seat hostage
#Taliban
prefer quality vs quantity. Who will get ✂️from the 250 govt list 📝? Govt should ONLY send
#women
& this time include female religious scholars. My expectation from ‘so called’ reps is to be FULLY prepared & debate that democracy & Islam can go together in
#Afghanistan
#Raisina2018
foreign policy & strategic dialogue definitely disrupted the norm w/ mind blowing engagement, provacative arguments & intriguing lessons on subjects that matter the power corridors. Last day, but best of all undoubtedly was ‘The Afghan Poser’ dialogue. Until 2019 iA
Her energy is contagious, her kindness heals all wounds. Her approach is calm and her heart is of a lion. She protects all as her own family and takes all battles head on. Yellow scarf super hero of mine awaits to spread warmth in
#Kabul
. One vote, one basket and one
@ZakiaWardak
Intezar, 11 of age, sang in
#Pashto
the key qualities that should emerge amongst our
#Afghans
:
- To lead as Amanullah Khan;
- Empower as Mirwais H. Khan;
- To be committed as Khushal Khan;
- And to inspire as Bādshāh Khān.
🇦🇫🇦🇫🇦🇫🇦🇫🇦🇫🇦🇫🇦🇫
#Afghanistan
#Future
#Love
Most Dangerous Countries for
#Women
(2018):
1.🇮🇳 India
2.🇦🇫
#Afghanistan
3.🇸🇾 Syria
4.🇸🇴 Somalia
5.🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
6.🇵🇰 Pakistan
7.🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of Congo
8.🇾🇪 Yemen
9.🇳🇬 Nigeria
10.🇺🇸 USA
(Thomson Reuters Foundation)
I love you,
#Afghanistan
. There are elements who want to devastate us yet our resilience and fortitude will keep us united forever. We, the
#Afghan
people, need secure our streets and neighborhoods. Be alert - suspicious activities need to be reported. Or we won’t stop bleeding.
Hope
@StateDept
funds to the
#Afghan
gov are NOT used to finance such campaigns.
@NSCAfghan
funded
@hmohib
message about
@US4AfghanPeace
across multiple provinces. Guess who funds the ONSC?
Painting a hero or villain wont help Afghanistan. Stop playing w/ public emotions.
شماری از جوانان در ولایت کندهار در واکنش به سخنان اخیر #دونالد ترامپ، رییس جمهور #آمریکا، طی یک رهپیمایی این عملکرد او را خلاف ارزشهای دیپلوماتیک دانسته و تصویر وی را به #آتش کشیدند. آنان گفته اند که ترامپ باید در این مورد وضاحت بدهد.
Wishing our Indian friends a Happy Republic Day from 🇦🇫. I have great admiration for the promise you made/continue to make to your motherland on your will do everything to enrich and preserve your heritage, your ethos & your treasure. 🇮🇳
In the midst of murder, election fraud & political tension - positive news...
Through merit base selection process,
@sahraakarimi
1 of 5 finalist, scored highest in the exam.
#Afghanistan
first female Director of Afghan Film at the Ministry of Culture & Info.
#herAfghanistan
Whether anyone likes it or not, we have to work with
#Pakistan
and our other neighbors for regional stability. Take this as an opportunity, lets hold eachother accountable (including us
#Afghanistan
). Or we can continue to whine, complain and make every possibility an obstacle.
Meet Mirwais, 11 years old, sells folding fan after school in the out door market. “Want to buy a folding fan, auntie, in hot weather you will be instantly cooled. Dont you want to buy? Come on, buy one, will help me out, auntie. Youre not going to buy, huh?”
#Kabul
#Afghanistan
Children bear the daily brunt of the war and violence in
#Afghanistan
. War has left many children orphaned. Young children may not be able to express their emotions verbally, but their desire for
#peace
and their hatred of war is evident.
#Qasaba
#Kabul
@ShamsaChildren
❤️
Today, I want to share some words Ive read, heard and shared with you, in light of this holy month:
When a female who lost her way starts following Islam and praying during
#Ramadan
, this isn’t an ‘act’ - it’s the essence of Iman.
Finally, I dedicate this award to my Afghan women, people and specially to the national security forces of Afghanistan, they always provide us peaceful society. I honor their scarifies by offering this award to them.
#Thanks_from_undp_and_canada
You served those interest. You collected bags of cash from those foreigners. You behaved irresponsibly for your own benefit, now you want to turn the blame solely on them rather than to reflect and share accountability?
Coming togetHER at
#Raisina2019
with
#AFGG2019
- Because this combination of amazing & motivated
#women
that are driven to create better institutions, deliver accurate informations, develop private sector, strengthen alliances & more
@v_abigael
@IshaBhatiaSanan
🔥🕵🏻♀️👩🏻🏫👩🏻💻👩🏻💼👩🏻⚖️👭
Dearest mom
@ZakiaWardak
, you presented me my life, hundreds of moments of warmth and joy. You taught me to be a wise woman and a good person. Thank you for providing me support when I needed it & giving me hope when I was hopeless.
#Happy
#Birthday
#Mom
🤱🏻👩👧👯♀️🌷🌹
#idol
I am all grown up. Maybe more mature than I ever was. But when it comes to finding a right direction in life, it is your advice that I always count on. Happy Birthday bro, you werent only a gift to momma and boba, but more so for me.
#Ali
#Mybro
#Wise
#love
Afghanistan has many superwomen -
@RADAAKBAR
@abarzanan
was the perfect exhibition to tell the world that
#Afghan
#women
are resilient, fierce, powerful, intelligent, dedicated & undaunted, they will build Afg for a better tomorrow.
Even as the world changes around us, the one thing that remains constant is the need for ❤️, eternal quest.
Is finding love easy? From swiping to requesting, the reality is much tougher.
Although difficult, Flower Street is filled with LOVE. Happy Valentines Day.
#Afghanistan
All individuals have the right to an opinion about General Rahim Wardak or any other political figure, but it’s worth clarifying that the terrible events in
#Kabul
today did not involve any sons of General Wardak or any of my relatives.
@TOLOnews
@1TVNewsAF
@khabarnamaaf
@khaama
Emotional day in the valley of Wonkhai of Saedabad,
#Wardak
.
Everything you see was built by my late father.
So many memories of time spent with him.
#Afghanistan
AWN is not an organization that supports women, but one that replicate patriarchal vices and damages women. As the head if UN Women, you should focus less on elite women and on those who actually support women esp in rural Afghanistan.
Approx 90% of
#Afghan
women experience family violence. Wonderful to visit the team at Voice for Women in
#Herat
, pioneered by the legendary
@SurayaPakzad
, a key partner NGO in services delivered by the network of womens NGOs across Afghanistan for families experiencing violence.
I’m a military child. My support to the
#Afghan
National Defense Security Forces will always stand strong.
Father: Serajuddin Wardak, Army
Paternal Granfather: Gen. Jamaluddin Wardak, Army
Maternal Grandfather: Gen. Abdul Ali Khan Wardak, Army
#Proud
#Afghanistan
#ANDSF
🇦🇫
Out of curiosity, what do you propose?
Ignore the structure in power? How will we advocate for the 35 million?
Support the resistance? Ask world powers to return to
#Afghanistan
?
What is your solution?
Heck, if you have something good - I’ll be the first to promote it.
So when I hear people talk about working with the Taliban and negotiating with them to bring peace in Afghanisan is ridiculous.
When we talk about this, we have to be extremely conscious that we are not asking for a single organisation to guarantee the rights of women and girls
President Karzai
@KarzaiH
as a former head of state has the right to greet whomever he wishes. Including a current head of government. SHAME ON YOU for your IGNORANCE.
#StopPropaganda
Israeli journalist Gili Cohen says Hamid karzai also shook hands with the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin netanyahu.
All that in public, one can only imagine what they do behind close doors.
#Afghanistan
An initiative led by
#Afghanistan
’s First Lady’s office. Bravo 👏🏻 We, women of Kabul, should have limited presence. Time to hear from the rest.
#HerAfghanistan
Afghanistan will convene first-ever Women’s Jirga. Women reps from all 34 provinces will debate peace talks and future of the country.
#afghanistanpeacetalks
Super Humans. Read about them, watch them & admire them virtually, but I live w/ a shero: Momma. She looks at life as a challenge & wholeheartedly intends to seize the day, every day. I look at her I see an ordinary person but when I think about what she does & how, super human.
‘I would remind the
#Afghan
people the countless number of tens of thousands of American lives and the lives of our NATO allies & our European allies that have been lost fighting in
#Afghanistan
for the people of
#Afg
to have a right to choose their own future’ State Dep Spox.
I was joking, smiling & helping women find their way. Lady in the burqa turns around, “who are you voting for?” Me:
@ZakiaWardak
she:”her number? your attitude & yellow scarf brighten this process me, Im not voting for the man who will pay me. I dont want money, I want happiness”
Ive lived in
#Afghanistan
for 10 consecutive yrs. After Farkhunda’s murder, I limited my movements. Street harrassment trouble all females. Fear of insurgency isnt as strong as fear of men kidnapping or shooting women for personal, professional or just bc they are trigger happy.
My comments are not intended to attack President Ghani or the First Lady, but to highlight negative practices within their government. President
@ashrafghani
and Bibi Gul Ghani are responsible for the well-being of men and women working in their administration.
#Afghanistan